French Round Hand

Description

It's a classical calligraphy style developed in France during the 17th century. It was used widely before modern cursive became common.

French Round Hand is characterized by rounded, balanced, and highly legible letterforms. Unlike more slanted scripts such as copperplate, it is typically written upright or with only a slight rightward slant. The style emphasizes clarity and uniformity, making it suitable for official records and printed copybooks used in schools.

Ideal for beginners and intermediate calligraphers, the session builds muscle memory through structured exercises and guided feedback.

The course builds both technical handwriting skills and artistic awareness, making French Round Hand a strong foundation for studying other historical calligraphy styles.

You will need:

A calligraphy kit can be purchase from me at £30 including P&P.

Handout with instructions and samplers will be sent by email after booking.

Feel free to contact me at alejandra@calligrability.com if you have any questions.